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Eunice Cooke Shedd VIRGINIA BEACH - Eunice Cooke Shedd of Virginia Beach passed away peacefully Nov. 27, 2009. She was born Aug. 29, 1923, in Blairsville, Ga., to the late W.A. and Effie Lowe Cooke. She was one of 11 children. She was married 49 years to Lewis Shedd, deceased. Her son, Joseph, also preceded her in death. She is survived by her brother, Ray (Jean); her son, Lewis (Evelyn); daughter, Cheryl (David) Jeronimus; and three grandchildren, Natalie Jensen, Kathryn Porfidio and Wayne Shedd; three great-grandchildren, Sunnie Shedd, Kristi Jensen and Roman Porfidio. She will be sadly missed by her extended family and friends. She was past president of Kempsville Women's Club, TOPS Club and an active board member of Bayside Christian Church. A memorial service will be held Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. in Bayside Christian Church, 2224 Greenwell Road, Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the church would be appreciated.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 2, 2009.

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K Williams

December 6, 2009

Shedd Family,

In the little bit of time that I got to know Mrs. Shedd (Beauty Queen) I can tell that she blessed alot of peoples lives. I learned many important life lessons through her wisdom and just all around attitude towards life and people. She will truly be missed.

Peace be with you all....

Keyonna Williams- Brighton Gardens of VA Beach

Teri Clift

December 6, 2009

Shedd Family,

Our deepest regrets on the loss of your love one. May the warmth of tender memories and the love of those around you bring you comfort and peace.

With Deepest
Sympathy

Michael and Teri Clift

(Sunnie's Nana and Grandpa)

Colin & Cayce O'Keefe

December 4, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed. God bless your family.

Wayne Shedd

December 2, 2009

Dad, Aunt Cheryl & Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Grandma was genuine, caring and a very sincere woman and we are proud to say she was our Grandma! She shared her love and memories and they will be treasured forever. Grandma had a unique laugh which we will forever miss. We are thinking of all of you. God bless you all.
All our love ~ Wayne & Denise Shedd

Charlie McCoy

December 2, 2009

Dear Shedd Family.
I am so sorry to hear of Eunices death!
I'm sure she is in a better place and can reunite with Lewis and other family members.
May God bless you in this time of sorrow,
Charlie McCoy

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